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Outstanding
British Education
Female Students In Biology Class at Abbey College Cambridge
For Students
Aged 13 - 21 Years
Students Graduating From The Abbey DLD Group Of Colleges
Preparing Students
For Top-Ranked Universities
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High-Quality
Teaching and Boarding

Welcome to the Abbey DLD Group of Colleges

The Abbey DLD Group of Colleges consists of three independent day and boarding school located in Cambridge, London and Manchester. We offer a range of academic programmes for students from 13 – 21 years. Since 1931 our group has been recognised around the world for providing high-quality education, enabling our students to progress to top-ranked university destinations, and for providing enriching student experiences.

Learn more about us

Ana | Georgia

‘Teachers helped me to achieve my best, and they would always give extra help when I needed it most.’

Eniola | Nigeria

‘I was made to feel so welcome by everyone; houseparents, other students, and teachers became friends.’

Fiona | Albania

‘I learnt each subject at a deep level. It has helped me grow a lot and has made me a better person.’

Ian | Malaysia

‘I have been taught by some very talented teachers.’

Jacky | Taiwan

‘It is a privilege to study here with cleverest students and professors in the world.’

Lujian | Egypt

‘Studying here has helped me to become more responsible and prepared for life at University.’

Maheyra | Bangladesh

‘It is a very diverse and welcoming community, both students and teachers are very approachable.’

Suleyman | Turkey

‘The teachers are the best! Their expertise inspired me to pursue a career in scientific research.’

Victoria | Uruguay

‘I have received plenty of support and encouragement to keep pushing and improving myself.’

Results & Destinations

Our students achieve strong academic results across a wide range of courses and subjects, progressing on to join top UK and global universities.

36

GCSE Results

9-8

50

GCSE Results

9-7

88

GCSE Results

9-5/4

67

Average Score

Abbey College Cambridge

66

Average Score

DLD College London

64

Average Score

Abbey College Manchester

18

A-Level Results

A*

42

A-Level Results

A*-A

71

A-Level Results

A*-B

53

of A Level students

Join a Russell Group university

29

of International Foundation Programme students

Join a Russell Group university

35

of all students

Join a Medcine, Science, or Engineering course

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Male Student Using A Writing Wall At Abbey College Cambridge
Female Stuent Excercising In The Gym At DLD College London
Male Student And Teacher In Physics Class At Abbey College Manchester

Why Choose Us?

Abbey DLD Group of Colleges

Since 1931, Abbey DLD has been synonymous with high quality education, strong university destinations and enriching experiences. As an Abbey DLD student, you will leave college equipped with the skills and grades you need to progress in your career, having made friends and discoveries to remember for a life time.

Why Choose Us?

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